2008 NASCAR Driver Review: Brian Vickers
The vast improvement in performance by Brian Vickers singlehandedly brought legitimacy and respect to Red Bull Racing.
Tommy Thompson
Thompson in Turn 5: NASCAR Stars Weigh in, for Better or Worse, on Big-3 Bailout Debate
The growing worldwide financial crisis seems to be growing larger, more confusing and more controversial every day. While not be a topic particularly appropriate for … Continue Reading
Thompson in Turn 5: Jamie McMurray – Predictions of His Demise Were Premature
Roush Fenway Racing appears to be heading into 2009 with all five of its cars hitting on all cylinders. Considering four of those men will … Continue Reading
10 Points to Ponder… After the 2008 Checker Auto Parts 500 at Phoenix
1. Monkey See… Monkey Do – The nip and tuck championship battle between Ron Hornaday and Johnny Benson Jr. continues after the two squared off … Continue Reading
Thompson in Turn 5: Blame Slumping NASCAR Attendance on the Economy & Oh, Yeah… Jimmie Johnson
It is difficult to determine where the blame lies for race enthusiasts turning away from the final weeks of the Chase, but there’s no denying … Continue Reading
10 Points to Ponder… After the 2008 Dickies 500 at Texas
1. Bailout Needed – According to CBS Sports, sources have said that anywhere from 750-1,000 jobs in NASCAR shops may be lost in the Sprint, … Continue Reading
Thompson in Turn 5: Jack Roush’s Ideas to Revamp Chase Aside, Let’s Give Fans a Break
Whether Jimmie Johnson, with a seemingly insurmountable 183-point lead in the Chase to the Cup, actually closes the deal this season is yet to be … Continue Reading
10 Points to Ponder… After the 2008 Pep Boys Auto 500 at Atlanta
1. Eating Sushi – Expectations of a takeover of Chrysler by General Motors are gaining credibility, as both company’s fortunes continue to spiral downward as … Continue Reading
Thompson in Turn 5: NASCAR Racing & Politics Not a Good Mix
Who will win the 2008 presidential election is still anybody’s guess. But when it comes to NASCAR, who they want to win isn’t even in … Continue Reading
10 Points to Ponder… After the 2008 TUMS QuikPak 500 at Martinsville
1. Talking About Times Getting Hard! – Johnny Benson took command of the Craftsman Truck Series championship points battle, at least temporarily, by winning the … Continue Reading